THE GOD WHO SEES ME

 

THE GOD WHO SEES ME “You are the God who sees me!” Genesis 16:13 We all live in God’s presence, even if we're not aware of it. His eye is always on us. His face always shines upon us. As Christians we say this often, but many of us don’t really let the truth sink into our hearts. If we did, we would live holier lives. We wouldn’t neglect our work as we so often do, if we truly believed that God is watching us as we go about our tasks. This awareness of God’s presence should also give us hope and courage in dark times, just as it did for Hagar, who said, “You are the God who sees me!” Some people view God’s omniscience as a reason for fear and dread, but for Hagar, it was a source of love and care. God had not forgotten her or abandoned her. Though she was homeless and had a young son to care for, the Lord saw Hagar and provided for her needs. If we are God’s children, the thought of His presence should always comfort us, and make us feel secure. It is a wonderful thing to live before God, to know that His eye is upon us, and to be so familiar with Him that we are not afraid of Him. By J.R. Miller DO YOU RECOGNIZE THESE COMMON PHRASES?